Beef Stew Crock Pot Style

Prepare your taste buds for a hearty and flavorful meal with this Slow Cooker Beef Stew recipe. Tender beef stew meat, a medley of vegetables, and savory seasonings come together to create a comforting and satisfying dish that will warm you up from the inside out. The convenience of using a slow cooker allows for effortless preparation, as the ingredients slowly cook and develop rich flavors over time.

Slow Cooker Beef Stew is the perfect meal for a chilly day or when you want a comforting and fuss-free dinner. The combination of tender beef, potatoes, carrots, and tomatoes creates a robust and flavorful stew that will satisfy your cravings. The slow cooking process allows the flavors to develop and the meat to become incredibly tender, resulting in a melt-in-your-mouth texture.

Serve this delicious beef stew on its own or with a side of crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth. It’s a complete meal that provides a balance of protein, vegetables, and carbohydrates, making it a wholesome and satisfying option for family dinners or gatherings.

So, gather your ingredients, set up your slow cooker, and let it do all the work for you. In a few hours, you’ll be rewarded with a hearty and delicious Slow Cooker Beef Stew that will warm your soul and leave you wanting more.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, not packed in oil (or use 1 can diced tomatoes, 14.5 ounces, or 1 can stewed tomatoes, 1.5 ounces)
• 1.5 lbs beef stew meat
• 12 medium potatoes, cut in half
• 1 medium onion, cut into 8 wedges
• 1 bag baby carrots (about 30)
• 2 cups water
• 1.5 teaspoons seasoning salt
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. If using sun-dried tomatoes, rehydrate them according to the instructions on the package. Once rehydrated, drain them and chop them coarsely. If using canned tomatoes, you can skip this step.
2. In the slow cooker, combine the tomatoes (sun-dried, diced, or stewed), beef stew meat, halved potatoes, onion wedges, baby carrots, 2 cups of water, seasoning salt, and bay leaf. Stir everything together to ensure the ingredients are well mixed.
3. Cover the slow cooker and set it to low temperature. Allow the stew to cook for 8 to 9 hours, or until the vegetables and beef become tender and easily pierced with a fork. The low and slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld together, resulting in a rich and delicious stew.
4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of water and the all-purpose flour until smooth and well combined. This mixture will serve as a thickening agent for the stew.
5. Pour the flour-water mixture into the beef stew mixture in the slow cooker. Stir well to incorporate the thickening agent into the stew.
6. Cover the slow cooker again and switch the temperature setting to high. Allow the stew to cook for an additional 15 minutes, or until the stew thickens slightly.
7. Before serving, remove and discard the bay leaf to prevent any bitterness from overcooking.